Exeter Quay EX2 4BZ
https://www.visitexeter.com/things-to-do/exeter-quayside-p1215273
There is a great walk along the quay, through the park, across the suspension bridge and back along the river crossing over at the Cricklepit bridge. Plenty of cafes, shops and places to sit and enjoy the river. Park at Cathedral and Quay car park.
George V playing fields, Exeter, EX2 6HE
A reasonably large park with plenty of open space for ball chasing. We have met up with Morwenna’s siblings here for play dates.
Haldon Forest Park EX6 7XR
https://www.forestryengland.uk/haldon-forest-park
This gets very busy and the first time we went (on a Saturday), we didn’t stay because there were so many children and cyclists about. We came back on a Friday during the day, and although it was still fairly busy with quite a few cyclists and mothers with toddlers, the park is big enough that you can find a space or trail that is away from everyone. We spent some time near the Go Ape activity (which is closed in the winter) where there are also picnic tables. There are toilets and a cafe here although only the outside tables were in use when we went.
Ludwell Valley Park, Exeter, EX2 5AQ
https://www.devonwildlifetrust.org/nature-reserves/ludwell-valley-park
A large park just off Topsham Road with lots of space and several entrances. The main issue seems to be parking close to any of the entrances. We chose to park in Wendover way to access the park from the south, staying well away from the play area and playing fields. This was a good choice as it was clear that this is the area that people tend to walk dogs in – despite it still being the school holidays we saw no children and just about everyone we met had dogs with them. The girls had a really good run around and enjoyed meeting other dogs. Fantastic views over the city.
Goldies on tour 